Can Weight Distribution Be Installed on a V-Nose Trailer like a 2016 Diamond Car Hauler

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jameson answered my question but I forgot to add pictures. let me know if there is something else you would recommend after seeing the pictures I have a 2016 diamond 8.5x24 v nose car hauler. The tow vehicle is a 2009 dodge ram 1500 crew cab 4x4. I would like to put a load distribution system on the trailer. What system will work for my trailer?

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With a V-nose trailer you can still install a weight distribution system, but due to the shape of the trailer and how there won't be access above the frame where the chain hangers would go you would need to use the bolt on brackets like part # RP58305 instead of what comes with the kit.

The best way to pick out a weight distribution system is to base it off of the loaded tongue weight of the setup when it is loaded and ready to tow. This figure also includes the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle. I attached a help article on determining tongue weight for you to check out as well. You will want the loaded tongue weight of your setup to fall right in the middle of the tongue weight range of the system you use.

Once you know your tongue weight you will want to check out the link I attached that has all of the weight distribution systems we carry. You will be able to select your tongue weight from the filters to see what would be rated for your setup.

The part # RP66074 has a tongue weight range of 600-1,200 lbs and sway control that works to prevent sway before it starts. If your tongue weight falls in that range this kit would be a great option.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Jay

2/3/2016

jameson answered my question but I forgot to add pictures. let me know if there is something else you would recommend after seeing the pictures I have a 2016 diamond 8.5x24 v nose car hauler. The tow vehicle is a 2009 dodge ram 1500 crew cab 4x4. I would like to put a load distribution system on the trailer. What system will work for my trailer?

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Jameson C.

2/3/2016

Hey thanks for getting back to me with the pictures! I have good news, since you have 32 inches from the center of your ball hole back to where the nose of your trailer starts you wouldn't have to use the frame brackets that I previously recommended. Typically V-nose trailer come further forward than yours and they are required, but your frame would have the clearance without needing them.

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Answer 1

A trailer with accessories like propane tanks up front or with V-nose construction like yours can make it more challenging to install a weight distribution (WD) system. WD spring bar brackets typically need to mount 25 - 30-inches behind the hitch…

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Answer 2

I checked your order notes and you went with the #e84SR three years ago. Salt water is really hard on boat trailers. Even when you rinse everything off the corrosion starts in pretty quickly. If I were you I would stick with leaf springs though as…

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Answer 3

I may have a solution for you on this, but you're not going to be able to use the Curt #C17501 in the manner you've mentioned since the brackets will need to be 4" from the end of the spring bars to provide proper leverage to the system.…

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Answer 4

A weight distribution system with sway control is a good idea for towing your trailer with a 1/2 ton pickup. With the V-Nose configuration, and only 21 inches of room, you will not be able to use the High Performance Reese SC Weight Distribution…

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Answer 5

This is a pretty common issue with aluminum frames so we definitely have a options available for you. With that being said, the 8 inch frame height will make things a bit more difficult, but not impossible. First, the Curt TruTrack Weight…

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In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 7

Aluminum is a pretty soft metal. Especially as thin as you mentioned. I wouldn't recommend self tappers for the e-track. Instead I would recommend appropriately sized nuts and bolts on either side of the track with larger washers.

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Answer 8

It's definitely possible to upgrade a trailer's axle rating to a higher rating by just swapping the axles. To pick out the correct axle you'll need to measure the distance between the hub faces and the spring seat centers and you'll…

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Answer 9

The sway control unit needs to be as level as possible. This prevents the unit from being in a bind and possibly failing. You did not say if there was a change in the vehicle you are using or if you are using a different ball mount. I have attached a…

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Answer 10

Normally trailer coupler height is around 17 inches, from the ground to the bottom of the coupler, and most hitch manufacturers design their hitches to work with a ball mount that will end up very close to this measurement. I am including a link to…

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Answer 11

That is going to come down the thickness/type of metal underneath the 3/4" plywood floor on your trailer. If the metal is the frame or crossmember and is made of steel then the Snap-Loc E-Track Self-Drilling Metal Screws - Qty 20 #SL99FR would…

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Answer 12

The round or trunnion bars refers to the end of the spring bars. Round bars are typically designed for lighter applications, are a bit harder to install and are usually priced lower than trunnion bars. Trunnion bars are typically designed to be used…

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